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All great things must come to an end. That sentence is just what people say when one season is ending and another is starting. People are afraid of the future and look back on the past for nostalgia and comfort. Most people would consider that the norm, and I would agree with them. Our memories are our safe place; that's where we go when we need answers, comfort, or a place that is just simple, even when everything is all figured out. This is the same for Gangsters. In the mo

Every day across the United States we hear about police corruption or a politician whose pockets seem to deep. We think to ourselves, these are the people who are supposed to be the most moral and upstanding citizens. Yet, they have taken their power for granted and use it to make their lives better, when they should be keeping the American people safe. Dirty politicians are the worst kind of people. We elect them to make laws that they write holes in so they can exploit the

When we think of leaders, people think of Presidents, CEOs, and a slew of other people. But most people's first thought is never gangsters are leaders. To most, a leader is a person who inspires the people around them, a role model whose example people should follow. However, most people would not believe that gangsters are leaders in the traditional sense. Gangsters are one of the most leadership types of people there are. They start at the bottom of the "workforce" and work

When you look at a person what do you see? Do you perhaps see a woman as a wife or a mother. Maybe when you see a man, you may think he is the father and the breadwinner of the family. When we see people, we instantly start to make assumptions about them. Many factors go into these assumptions, such as how someone is dressed, the color of their hair, and even how they smell, which can lead you to judge them. However, over the last several centuries, one characteristic has bee

There is no feeling like being a part of a family. They are the people who know you best. They have seen you at your lowest point and at your highest. Your family knows all your secrets. They can lift you up or tear you down. Therefore, they are an early motivation for some gang leaders. For example, Vito Corleone, the Don from The Godfather, was forced into gang life. After losing his job in the grocery store due to nepotism. He was left with four mouths to feed, and no way

Life is like a game of poker. You never want anyone to know your next move. That is why underneath each person is a person no one ever sees. Our fears, our mistakes, we hide them in places that no one will ever see. This goes for regular people, celebrities, and gangsters. A perfect example of Gangsters not expressing themselves would be when Don Corleone told Johnny Fontane not to cry. The reason he gave was that men don't cry, showing age-old misconceptions about what it m

Imagine it is a lovely Thursday afternoon in May. You have just sat down to enjoy an afternoon snack, and all of a sudden, you hear a knock on your front door. You think, "Who can that be?" It might be a Girl Scout, a salesman, or even murder. Even your worst-case scenario couldn't prepare you for who is behind the door. That person is an agent of the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS is an organization that no one person wants to face on their own. Similarly to how people n

How a person feels is everything to them. There have been thousands of studies done on what causes people to have emotions. Most commonly emotions boil down to four main ones joy, sad, anger, and fear. And there have been a great many people that have learned how to use people's emotions against themselves. Gangsters are masters of using perception as a tool to gain what they wanted. A perfect example of this is Jay Gatsby. He wanted nothing else than people to perceive him a

Dr. Seuss a writer that everyone knows from childhood. He is known for his fantasy worlds and stories that convey important aspects of society and life. However, when comparing the writing of Dr. Seuss and the values of the American Gangster there are similarities to be found. In Dr. Seuss's book The Lorax , he states that the central theme is, " Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better. It's not." This is simply what Gangsters did; the

This picture displays hardworking people earning money the right way. But as a society have we not put pressure on everyone of all back grounds to be like these people. A group that come from a certain type of circumstance. The American Dream, anyone can be anything, is what parents tell their children as they grow up. America the land of opportunity is the motto for immigrants. Yet, when children grow up and immigrants arrive they learn that the opportunities to be anything

In today's fast-paced world, students often seek ways to gain experience and develop skills outside the classroom. One of the most enriching opportunities available is volunteering at a museum. Museums are not just places to view art or artifacts; they are vibrant centers of learning and community engagement. By volunteering, students can gain valuable insights, build connections, and enhance their resumes. This blog post will explore how museum volunteer opportunities empowe

In a world that is constantly changing, the role of historians is more important than ever. They help us understand our past, which in turn shapes our present and future. At DHW, we believe that the skills needed for future historians must evolve alongside the times. This blog post will explore the transformative skills that aspiring historians can develop at DHW, ensuring they are well-equipped for the challenges ahead. Historians are not just keepers of facts; they are stor

In a world where history shapes our identity, the role of historians is more crucial than ever. They help us understand our past, learn from it, and build a better future. However, many aspiring historians face challenges that can hinder their growth and development. This is where your support can make a significant difference. By donating to Developing Historians of the World, you can help nurture the next generation of historians. In this blog post, we will explore the impo